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We provide news on Islam and Muslims and other breaking news from around the world to promote awareness of global events. News is obtained from a variety of news agencies and therefore views and terminology expressed are not necessarily that of Darul Ihsan. Readers are urged to be circumspect, especially with regards the loaded terminology used by the media.
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The Media Desk contributes local, national and international news articles for the website and also focuses on news content of the Muslim world. etters commenting on broad issues are also regularly sent to the editors of newspapers Below are a few letters which were sent by the Media Desk and published in newspapers. Bias and negative reporting against Islam has become a very real phenomenon in the media, especially in the international press.
The Darul Ihsan Media Desk primarily monitors the media for Islamaphobic (anti-Islamic) comments and anti-Islamic sentiments made in the mainstream media and interacts positively with media portals conveying the Islamic perspective.
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We provide news on Islam and Muslims and other breaking news from around the world to promote awareness of global events. News is obtained from a variety of news agencies and therefore views and terminology expressed are not necessarily that of Darul Ihsan. Readers are urged to be circumspect, especially with regards the loaded terminology used by the media.
In an effort to provide practical guidance, emotional support, and spiritual comfort to those experiencing loss, Guideline, a project of Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre, recently hosted an enriching webinar titled “Navigating Grief & Loss – An Islamic and Psycho-Social Framework.”
On 6 June 2026,the Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre Outreach Team distributed blankets to patients of the Sea Cow Lake Clinic in Durban.
On Thursday, 4 June 2026, the Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre Outreach Team distributed blankets to patients of the Sea Cow Lake Clinic in Durban.
Table Grapes Trade Deals Expand
After having secured a number of export trade deals across Asia, recently, South Africa has engaged with Italy, confirming an agreement for the import of Italian table grapes into the South African market.
United Ulama Council of South Africa Hosts Successful Indaba
Over three days this week, the United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA) hosted an Indaba featuring dialogue, leadership, and community building.
Ancient Rock Inscription From Time of Umar (RA) Discovered
In the Medina Region, Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission discovered a rock inscription from the time of Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA); the second caliph of Islam; written in one of the oldest known forms of Islamic Arabic.
Fuel Levy Reduction Welcomed
Though the fuel price increased this week, the South African government has established a general fuel levy reduction, which will help cushion the rising fuel costs.
Eastern Cape Communities Evacuated Amidst Flooding
On Wednesday this week, communities across the Eastern Cape suffered from heavy rains, causing flooding to informal settlements, closure of roads and bridges, and the disruption of electricity supply.
Used Ihrams Turned Into Bags, Pillows & Souvenirs
Through Saudi Arabia’s Sustainable Ihram Initiative, over 211 tons of ihram fabrics have been recovered from landfills, recycled, and turned into items such as bags, pillows, covers, and souvenirs.
Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre conducted a large-scale feeding outreach across several Musallahs in the Durban area for Eid Ul Adha 1447/2026.
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The Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre recently hosted its 13th Learner Development Programme (LDP), titled “Become Your Best Version”, a dynamic and reflective youth-focused programme centred around mental wellness, spirituality, personal growth and purposeful living. The programme was attended by approximately 60 participants from various educational institutions and youth development programmes.
Eskom’s R1.2 Billion Solar Power Plant Begins Construction
Based at the Lethabo Power Station, Free State, Eskom is building a groundbreaking 75MW solar plant worth R1.2 billion, which aims to integrate renewable energy generation into the coal-fired power utility’s fleet.
Hajj 2026: Over 1.7 Million Pilgrims Recorded
According to Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) the total number of pilgrims that performed Hajj 2026 is 1,707,301, which includes male and female pilgrims across the holy sites.
KZN: R2 Billion School Funding Secured
This week, the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Treasury secured R2 billion from the National Treasury, which aims to assist the provincial Department of Education meet its school funding obligations across KZN.